Interim HR Manager (Maternity Cover)

The Nottingham; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mutual organization in Nottingham is seeking an Interim HR Manager to lead and enhance the employee journey on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role involves managing people operations, overseeing employee relations, and ensuring compliance with upcoming legislation. Candidates should have extensive HR leadership experience, strong knowledge of UK employment law, and a CIPD qualification. Competitive salary up to £60,000 and a hybrid work model offered.

Benefits

Annual discretionary bonus

Health and wellbeing resources

29 days holiday plus bank holidays

Career growth opportunities

Paid volunteering days

Financial coaching with Octopus Money

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading HR teams and advisory functions.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Experience with ER case management.

Responsibilities

• Lead People Operations and enhance team delivery.
• Oversee all employee relations activity.
• Drive the review and implementation of legislative changes.

Skills

HR Leadership

Employment Law Expertise

Systems and Data Skills

Process Improvement

Communication and Influence

Change and Collaboration

Professional Credentials (CIPD)

Education

CIPD qualification

Job description

About The Role

Contract type: Fixed Term Contract 12 months

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours

Location: Head Office, Nottingham (Hybrid working, minimum 2 days per week)

Salary: Up to £60,000 depending on experience.

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Are you passionate about shaping an exceptional colleague experience? We are looking for a dynamic HR Manager to lead and enhance the entire employee journey, from onboarding to everyday engagement on a 12 month fixed term contract to cover Maternity. In this pivotal role, you will ensure smooth and efficient people operations, uphold strong governance, and provide practical, hands‑on support to colleagues.

You will be at the heart of creating a positive and consistent workplace culture, driving engagement through robust processes, effective coaching, and innovative systems. Extensive experience in managing complex employee relations matters is essential, as you will play a key role in guiding and supporting leaders through sensitive and challenging situations. You will also support the organisation in preparing for and implementing changes linked to the upcoming Employment Rights Bill.

If you thrive on making a real impact and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, this is your opportunity to lead change and inspire excellence.

Here’s a taste of what you will be doing as an Interim HR Manager at Nottingham Building Society:

• Lead People Operations: Coach and develop the team to deliver high-quality, timely, and consistent advice.
• Improve Processes: Continuously review and enhance core People Operations processes to ensure efficiency, compliance, and a people-first approach.
• Manage Employee Relations: Oversee all ER activity, acting as the escalation point for complex cases and ensuring fair, timely resolutions.
• Develop ER Capability: Coach the team on best practice and provide insightful management information on trends and risks.
• Ensure Compliance: Drive the review and implementation of legislative changes, including supporting the organisation through the upcoming Employment Rights Bill.
• Maintain Policies: Keep documentation, policies, and records accurate, modern, inclusive, and aligned with HR best practice and company values.
• Enhance HR Systems: Ensure data integrity and support the development of workflows and new modules to improve automation and colleague experience.

About you

• HR Leadership: Proven experience leading HR teams and advisory functions across people operations, employee relations, and policy.
• Employment Law Expertise: Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice, with extensive experience in ER case management.
• Systems and Data Skills: Confident using HR platforms, influencing system design, and leveraging data for insight and decision-making.
• Process Improvement: Track record of simplifying HR processes, driving automation, and enhancing colleague experience.
• Communication and Influence: Excellent written and verbal skills, able to translate complex information into clear, practical guidance.
• Change and Collaboration: Skilled in leading change, building strong partnerships, and fostering an inclusive, people-first culture.
• Professional Credentials: CIPD qualification desirable, with curiosity, emotional intelligence, and a solutions-focused mindset.

Reward & Benefits

• Competitive Package: Fair salary benchmarked against market data, annual discretionary bonus, and 29 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Health & Wellbeing: Access to Medicash healthcare, mental health first aiders, and a suite of wellbeing resources to support you inside and outside of work.
• Work-Life Balance: 35-hour working week for full-time roles, with flexibility to help you perform at your best.
• Career Growth: Ongoing personal and professional development, we’ll support your ambitions and help you grow your potential.
• Inclusive Culture: Be part of a friendly, values-led team that genuinely cares about doing the right thing for colleagues and customers.
• Giving Back: Use two paid volunteering days each year to support causes close to your heart, through our Samuel Fox Foundation.
• Sustainability Focus: Join a business committed to reducing its carbon footprint and making a positive impact on the environment.
• Free access to Octopus Money: Financial coaching & tools that help you plan, manage, and make the most of your money.

Embracing Diversity Together

We proudly embrace and celebrate diversity as a fundamental cornerstone of our values. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is not just essential for our success but is also a reflection of the vibrant communities we serve. Our commitment to diversity extends beyond our internal culture to the way we approach advertising and engage with our customers.

Our commitment means actively working to eliminate barriers and biases that may hinder equal opportunities within our organisation. We strive to ensure that all individuals, regardless of background, have an equal chance to thrive and advance in their careers.

We acknowledge that diversity is not just a goal to be achieved but a continuous journey toward creating an environment that embraces differences and promotes equal opportunities for all. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that encourages collaboration, creativity, and a sense of belonging for every member of our community.

About Us

We are a mutual, which means we don’t have shareholders. Instead, we’re owned by our members and use our money to do good, investing in our community, responsible causes, and – well, you. So, we’re always striving to do the right thing for our team, communities and members.

Although our history spans over 170 years, our purpose of helping our members save, plan for and protect their financial futures is enduring. At The Nottingham Building Society, we are dedicated to overcoming obstacles and turning challenges into opportunities. At the heart of our mission is our unwavering commitment to breaking down barriers and building better futures by helping our customers achieve the significant milestone of owning their own home.